Finally Got the News

About This Movie

FINALLY GOT THE NEWS has this raw, urgent energy that really captures the spirit of the 1970s labor movements, particularly within the context of the auto industry in Detroit. The film is a patchwork of interviews with members of the League of Revolutionary Black Workers, and it weaves these together with on-the-ground footage from the factories. You can feel the tension, the struggle, and the camaraderie among workers. The pacing is deliberate, allowing you to really absorb the weight of their words and the realities they face. It’s not polished in the conventional sense, but that’s what makes it striking. The atmospherics here are palpable, lending an almost visceral quality to the documentary.

Finally Got the News is not particularly easy to find, which certainly adds to its allure for collectors. It was released on VHS and has had some limited DVD runs, but the availability remains scarce. Interest ebbs and flows, but those who appreciate social documentaries and labor movements often seek it out, making it a fascinating piece for anyone invested in the era's cultural landscape.